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Senior UI/UX Designer

• Posted 9 hours ago • Updated 9 hours ago

Full Time

USD $81,850.00 - 130,950.00 per year

GovCIO

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Skills

Mentorship
User Research
Usability
Innovation
Workflow Analysis
Usability Testing
Collaboration
Agile
Leadership
Sprint
UI
Prototyping
Research
Testing
User Experience
Section 508
WCAG
Accessibility
Regulatory Compliance
Workflow
Artificial Intelligence
Security Clearance

Summary

GovCIO is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer (Web Developer III) to lead UX strategy, design execution, and research-driven improvements across enterprise-level VA applications. This remote-only role mentors junior designers, leads research initiatives, ensures 508 accessibility, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact Veteran-centered experiences. The position is full remote.

Responsibilities

Design Leadership & Strategy

Lead complex UX initiatives across multiple VA systems and product lines.
Mentor junior and mid-level designers, providing feedback and guidance.
Drive alignment on UX strategy with stakeholders and product leadership.

Advanced UI/UX Design & Prototyping

Create advanced prototypes, workflows, and interaction models using Figma.
Define scalable patterns aligned with VA design standards and engineering constraints.
Review and approve UI deliverables for quality and consistency.

User Research & Usability Leadership

Plan and lead Veteran-centered research studies and usability evaluations.
Synthesize findings into actionable design insights and product recommendations.
Advise teams on research methods, data interpretation, and best practices.

Accessibility & Design System Governance

Ensure all solutions meet Section 508/WCAG standards.
Influence design system evolution and adoption across teams.
Contribute accessibility expertise to reviews and implementation discussions.

AI-Enabled UX Innovation

Explore responsible use of AI tools to enhance workflow analysis and research synthesis.
Validate AI outputs with user testing and alignment to accessibility.
Identify opportunities where AI can improve complex Veteran workflows.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Agile Delivery

Partner closely with engineering, product, and program leadership.
Advise on feature feasibility, prioritization, and UX impact during planning.
Lead design critiques, sprint reviews, and collaborative workshops.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of UX/UI experience or commensurate experience
Expert proficiency in Figma, prototyping, and complex UX workflows.
Demonstrated experience leading research, testing, and UX strategy.
Deep knowledge of Section 508/WCAG accessibility and compliance.
Experience collaborating with senior stakeholders and engineering teams.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Experience working with VA or other Federal agencies.
Familiarity with complex Veteran-facing systems and policy-driven workflows.
Experience contributing to or governing design systems.
Experience evaluating and responsibly integrating AI-enabled tools.

Clearance Required:

Must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance

Posted Salary Range

USD $81,850.00 - USD $130,950.00 /Yr.

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Dice Id: 10443217
Position Id: 8069
Posted 9 hours ago

Company Info

About GovCIO

GovCIO is a rapidly growing provider of advanced technology solutions and digital services for the federal government. Combining our extensive federal experience with the latest innovations in IT and disruptive approaches, our experts develop comprehensive solutions to meet the most pressing demands of today’s government agencies. From the U.S. military to Health and Human Services, we have an impressive track record of helping our customers optimize how they operate.

We’re transforming government IT, empowering our federal customers to meet the challenges of today while building the government of tomorrow.

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